Why Microsoft layoffs across Satya Nadella-led company won't bring a change in total headcount
Microsoft has announced plans for another round of layoffs in 2025, targeting underperforming employees across various departments, including its security division. The move is part of the company’s updated performance management strategy, aligning with similar actions by other tech giants.
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The layoffs follow months of evaluations by managers, scrutinising employees at all levels, including senior positions. The cuts are expected to be widespread, impacting several departments, with the security division reportedly among those affected.
What Microsoft has to say on Layoffs?
Business Insider, citing sources familiar with the matter, reported the layoffs include the company's security division. The publication claims that a Microsoft spokesperson confirmed the job cuts but declined to specify the number of employees affected by it. The spokesperson reiterated Microsoft's dedication to “high performance talent,” signaling a stricter approach to performance management.
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“At Microsoft we focus on high performance talent," the spokesperson was quoted as saying. “We are always working on helping people learn and grow. When people are not performing, we take the appropriate action,” the spokesperson added.
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